NHTSA Recall 12V084000: Equipment
PETERSON INDUSTRIES, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 16 vehicles. It affects 2012 Excel Limited.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V084000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | March 5, 2012 |
| Owner notification | June 1, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Peterson industries, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2012 excel limited recreational vehicles, equipped with electric/hydraulic (e/h) brake actuator pumps. Some of these pumps may not have been properly heat treated. This condition can cause premature wear of some critical components in these pumps which can render the unit inoperable.
Safety risk
The e/h brake actuator provides braking power to the trailer brakes. Failure of the actuator can result in the loss of braking effort by the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Peterson will notify owners, and dealers will replace the actuators, free of charge. The safety recall began on june 1, 2012. Owners may contact peterson industries at 1-800-368-3759.
Notes
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V084000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Excel Limited | 2012 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.